All these things happened to them as examples for others, and they were written down as a warning for us, for we live at a time when the end is about to come. 1 Corinthians 10:11 This verse has never been more true than now. As we study prophecies for our time, it is more … Continue reading Daniel 3-A Message of Warning and Hope for our Time
Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect 1 Peter 3:15 ___________________________________________________ Jehovah and Allah. Are they the same? The two largest religions in the world (Christianity and Islam) claim to serve the only true God. … Continue reading Will the Real God Please Stand Up-Part 5-Jehovah or Allah
While I am working on the series titled Prophecies for Our Time, I thought I would share with you the material for my sermon this weekend. While I am not a pastor, I have been a Bible Student for 39 years and I get opportunities from time to time to share what I have learned on my … Continue reading Jesus’ Prayer for Unity-Was it Answered?
In Part 1, nine barriers to belief were described. There are more, but those probably cover almost all the excuses to believe in a Creator God. I, personally, used several of them (if not all) when I was an atheist. If you haven’t read Part 1, please stop here and go back to our first … Continue reading Can You Prove God Exists? Part 2-Hard Evidence
How often have you picked up a good book and skipped over the first two-thirds of the pages to start reading? Have you done the same with instructions designed to help you put something together, assemble a new end table, or set up the new iPhone? I dare say none of us would do such … Continue reading Only One-Third of the Story
Herod in Jerusalem impatiently awaited the return of the wise men. As time passed, and they did not appear, his suspicions were roused. The unwillingness of the rabbis to point out the Messiah’s birthplace seemed to indicate that they had penetrated his design and that the magi had purposely avoided him. He was maddened at … Continue reading PRE-CHRISTMAS CONTEMPLATIONS-CONCLUSION-THE FAMILY FLEES
The wise men departed alone from Jerusalem. The shadows of night were falling as they left the gates, but to their great joy, they again saw the star and were directed to Bethlehem. They had received no such intimation of the lowly estate of Jesus as was given to the shepherds. After the long journey, … Continue reading PRE-CHRISTMAS CONTEMPLATIONS-PART 9 -AT BETHLEHEM
The Fullness of Time “When the fullness of time was come, God sent forth His son…to redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons.” Galatians 4:4-5 The Saviour’s coming was foretold in Eden…From the days of Enoch, the promise was repeated through patriarchs and prophets, keeping alive the … Continue reading PRE-CHRISTMAS CONTEMPLATIONS-PART 1
The Seed of Covetousness and Hate As we progress through the story of Israel and its enemies, the Bible has revealed the origin of covetousness and hate—the key elements for the creation of enemies and war. The seed was planted in the heart of an angel (in heaven) who desired to be like God and … Continue reading The Enemies of Israel-Part 3-Two Ancestors
Introduction The latest attack on Israel and the explosion of hatred by their nearest enemies, a terrorist Islamic group known as Hamas, suddenly and without warning attacked and slaughtered innocent children, women, and men of all ages, supposedly in the name of Allah. Many would agree their so-called god is a tyrant of the worst … Continue reading ENEMIES OF ISRAEL-PART 1
