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Give Thanks This Thanksgiving

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Bryan Hodge

Thanksgiving celebrations, on American soil, predate the Pilgrims. Spanish explorers celebrated a day of thanksgiving in 1541 (Palo Duro Canyon, Texas), and again, in 1598 (El Paso, Texas). French Huguenot colonists did so in 1564 (Saint Augustine, Florida). English settlers … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras: A Mockery of Pure Religion

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Bryan Hodge

It is called “Mardi Gras” meaning “Fat Tuesday.” It is called “Carnival” from “Carne Vale” meaning farewell to flesh.” It is the last opportunity to revel and “live it up,” before the Catholic’s forty days of lent starts, and abstinence … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Bryan Hodge

The end of a year is a time for reflection. We, as God’s people, are instructed to make self-examination. Paul wrote, “Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves…” (2 Corinthians 13:5). He again wrote, “Let … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Bryan Hodge

A true Christian should not need the government to set aside one day per year as “Thanksgiving Day” to remember to be thankful. In fact, our lives should exude thankfulness and should be characterized by thanksgiving. 1 Thessalonians 5:18, “In … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Bryan Hodge

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