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Truth be told, of all the narratives that Jesus recounted in the Gospels, the account of the rich man and Lazarus has been the most debated regarding its classification as fictitious or factual. One important reason why this has been so, has to do with the information it presents about life after death. Skeptics, atheists …
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There are two very profound and challenging instructions in the Bible. One is the call to love our enemies and the other is the charge to refrain from seeking personal vengeance. In moments of deep hurt, these injunctions can be perplexing; and may even feel unfair. After all, when we are wronged, our natural response …
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Obedience is the ultimate expression of our love for God. It's how we demonstrate our trust in His wisdom, timing and authority over our lives. When we do what God instructs us to do, we align ourselves with His perfect will. Obedience is not just a task; it is an act of love that speaks …
It is a no-brainer that the idea and concept of service and serving are integral aspects of Christianity. Our Lord Jesus who is the author of our faith, made it clear that he came to serve. In Matthew 20:28 (NKJV), Jesus said, "the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His …
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There is something about saying the right things to yourself and to situations around you. The bible says, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof" (Proverbs 18:21 KJV). What this means in plain terms, is that, what you declare over your life …
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Let me guess. You know the story of the widow’s mites already. Right? But, have you ever pondered on the essence of the narrative? In this post, I have highlighted 8 lessons from the story that are deeply reflective. Lets dive in. #1. The Lord Knows Your Situation This seems obvious. However, it doesn't seem …
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There will be times in your life that you will be challenged to stand alone. Sometimes, you'll find yourself in situations where you will need to decide if you will obey God or “follow the crowd”. Your decision will either glorify God or give the enemies of God an opportunity to scorn Him. It is …
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There are a number of things Jesus said that have been subjected to diverse interpretations and use in public domain. Mark 12: 13-17 contains one of such. In this instance, the Pharisees and the Herodians who were usually at loggerheads, united in an attempt to trap Jesus and get him to say something they can …
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Oftentimes, we go through some challenges and hard times that make it difficult to find peace of mind. It can be difficult to stay calm and be at peace when times get tough. It can be hard to move on in life, when you’re dealing with a difficult situation. You know God is there and …
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On the 2nd of September 2020, God showed me a vision that made me laugh. I couldn't bring myself to the reality of that vision. Exactly one year after, the Lord spoke to me and said the month of September 2021 is my month of Laughter. That seemed to me like a reminder. I remember …
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