Tag: bible
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Come and See: Evangelism Born from Encounter
“Come and See.” This quotation has become a bit of a cliche in the evangelical world. I currently live in Jacksonville, FL, which is nestled directly in what’s been dubbed the “Bible belt,” and it shows in many ways. I regularly pass cars with this saying “tattooed” on their bumpers or rear-view windows, in sticker Read more
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Re‑Christianizing Culture: Exposing the Myth of “My Truth”
The internet is a wild frontier. I’ve seen some of the most ridiculous claims passed off as fact on YouTube—almost completely unchecked, mind you. It can be a scary place. Yet, amidst the noise, there are constructive voices that have contributed immensely to my growth as a believer. Recently, I watched an interview with Dr. Read more
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Guard the Good Deposit: Faith, Fatherhood, and the Next Generation
I recently became a father. As I write this, my son is two months old, but I remember a wave of emotions rushing through me when I held him for the first few times. I was ecstatic and felt love to a depth I didn’t think possible. I also remember being deathly afraid and feeling Read more
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Choosing a Bible Reading Plan: Where to Begin
As 2025 comes to a close, several tasks come to mind. Most will set intentions to change any number of aspects of their lives, such as losing weight, beginning an exercise routine, and reading more; I know for a fact that I have all of those on my resolution list. While setting these goals, many Read more
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Is the Office of the Prophet for Today? Questions and Insights for the Body of Christ to Consider.
Are there prophets today? This was the question that confronted me while viewing an interaction between a well-known pastor and a self-proclaimed prophetess on social media platforms. The interaction was vehement on both sides, with one party utilizing the scriptures to point out perceived errors. In contrast, the other party resorted to verbal attacks not Read more
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The Full Counsel of God: Why We Need to Study Both the Old and the New Testaments
How much time do you spend in the word of God? Do you have a reading and/or a regular study plan for your time in the Bible? I was reminded recently on the importance of not only spending time in the word of God, but the importance of regular study of the entire canon. A Read more
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Apologetics: A Call for Every Believer to Defend the Faith
Apologetics is a subject that is near and dear to my heart, and I would argue that it should be this way for all believers. I recently taught a class on apologetics, and in preparing the materials for this pursuit, I was reminded of how I became interested in the subject. I found the Lord Read more
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The Crisis of Biblical Literacy: How a Lack of Scripture Knowledge Fuels False Teaching
Why is it that so-called prophets and prosperity pastors are paraded on platforms promising promotion and provision all the while rarely if ever preaching the gospel of Jesus or calling the world to true repentance? Why is it that megachurches led by pastors who feel the need to sully their scriptures with sweet substances, or Read more
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How to Finish That Bible Reading Plan: Or any other goal you set
New Year New Me The transition into a new year brings on thoughts of change. “New Year, New Me!” is the common mantra for those who set the turn of the year as their time to become the person that they’ve dreamed of becoming. We’ve all begun new year’s resolutions, full of zeal and fervor, Read more