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What’s Your Cause?
It is normal for one to want a cause in life. By “cause,” I mean: “a goal or principle served with dedication and zeal” (yourdictionary.com). A person desires meaning and purpose in life. A Christian has a cause. Jesus taught, … Continue reading
Posted in Abortion, culture, Ethics, evangelism, History, Priorities, Soul Winning, Stats, stewardship, Technology
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Denominations: Eastern Orthodox Church (Part 2)
Authority 1. The Bible They claim high regard for the Bible. Orthodox Church in America states, “The Bible is central in the life of the church and gives both form and content to the church’s liturgical and sacramental worship, just … Continue reading
Posted in Church Organization, denominations, Doctrine
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Denominations: Catholic Church (Part 1)
The word ‘denomination’ and related words are used in different ways. The word ‘denominate’ means “to give a name to” (merrian-webster.com). The word ‘denominator,’ in mathematics, is used of “the part of the fraction that is below the line that … Continue reading
Posted in Catholic, Church Organization, denominations, History
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Better Than The Work of Levitical Priests (Part 3)
The work of Jesus is superior to the work done by Levitical priests. This is set forth in three chapters (Hebrews 8-10). In this writing, we will consider Hebrews chapter ten. 1. Shadow v. Very Image “For the law, having … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than the Work of Levitical Priests (Part 2)
The work of Jesus is superior to the work done by Levitical priests. This is set forth in three chapters (Hebrews 8-10). In this writing, we will consider Hebrews chapter nine. 1. Earthly Sanctuary “Then indeed, even the first covenant … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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Better Than The Work of Levitical Priests (Part 1)
The work of Jesus is superior to the work done by Levitical Priests. This is set forth in three chapters (Hebrews 8-10). In this writing, we will consider Hebrews chapter eight. 1. Two Tabernacles “We have such a High Priest, … Continue reading
Posted in Hebrews, Jesus, Textual study, Type/Antitype
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