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When the Bible paints a portrait it doesn’t remove the imperfections. It’s reassuring to know the men and women God used to accomplish His will were real people.
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The Bible has withstood centuries of opposition—and the opposition continues today. There’s a battle against the Word of God because it’s alive, powerful, and changes lives.
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The world is in crisis because leadership is in crisis. The crisis of leadership, however, is not one of competency but of character. ... manner, character must always trump competency. That’s the message of the last seven verses 2 Timothy 2.
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The Apostle John’s end-times vision continues with deceitful spirits paving the way for a final battle: Armageddon. An “unholy trinity” of Satan, a ... over all the earth.
With striking clarity, life without God is exposed in its unbridled corruption and decay. Pastor Chuck Swindoll ...
Every new year, many of us hang a new calendar on the wall, with a calendar that has no marks except for the special holidays that are printed in the calendar. And it remains to be ...
... If you do, then you'll identify with Paul's opening words to the Philippian Christians. You'll understand Paul's confidence in God, who was working in the Philippians’ lives, and Paul's desire to see ...
The Christmas story is not a placid, simple story.
No, young Joseph and pregnant Mary had perhaps the most intriguing courtship of human history, wrought with difficulties and ... their shoes and admire their example as you serve the same God of Mary and Joseph.
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Here's a comical but real reflection on the evolving nature of marriage. The challenge in our fast-paced lives is to take the time to fan the flame that once burned so brightly.
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... friend, Fernando Bochio to give us an insider glimpse of the work God’s doing around the world through the ministry.
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... by demonic destruction.
Pastor Chuck Swindoll explains the apocalyptic events in Revelation 9:13–21 and explores why those remaining ... activity from these future events. You’ll discover how the end times are connected to the broader story of redemption and will feel ...
God has been at work in human history. Over the passing of time He arranged a set of events that would lead ultimately to the beginning and to the continuation of humanity for as long as He chooses.
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... a violent aggressor against Christians. He even delighted in the stoning of Stephen, a faithful follower of Jesus.
In this message on ... life transformation magnifies the amazing grace of our God! When you encounter Paul’s past, you’ll remember that no one is beyond ...
... motivational speaker will tell you that you can “reach for the stars.” They'll have a five-step plan guaranteeing success in business, ... and relationships. If we're not careful, we'll believe that the propagators of self-promotion hold the answers to eternal questions. Their ...
“The first nine years of our marriage were constant hand-to-hand combat,” admitted a husband. If the truth were known, not some but most marriages are marked by periodic ... all-out wars! Frequently, marital warfare occurs in the trenches of belligerence or moodiness or both. Some battles are night ...
The cross is where we gain our spiritual freedom. But we don’t honour the cross...we honour the One who hung on it. Christ is the object of our adoration.
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The lifestyle of this world influences some people so subtly that they become ...
Jesus Christ came to this world to deliver humankind from the savage clutches of Satan and sin. First Peter 1:13–21 points believers to ... you to throw off the shackles of sin and live free in God’s grace.
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... lacking, nothing can take its place. Real, biblical love is the essential glue that holds every couple together.
With all the disparate definitions of the term love today, discerning what love ...
There came a time when the ancient Hebrews had to make decisions on their own. No longer could they ... would be responsible for their own actions. So Joshua called the people together and confronted them with the facts. His final speech can be summarized in three words: “choose for ...
Imprisoned and discouraged, John the Baptizer sent for Jesus to inquire if He really was who He said He was. ...
Thankfully, we have Jesus’ response to John the Baptizer preserved, which is instructive for those who struggle with ... in our day.
Pastor Chuck Swindoll carefully examines the subject of doubt through the lens of Matthew 11:2–11 to draw out vital ...
The book of Ecclesiastes is King Solomon’s journal. In it he paints the tragic self-portrait of a man filled with regret. For us reading his journal we see his simple message—God is God and we are not.
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