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Mercy Series: Praying For Mercy
“He spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: ‘Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax-collector. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus … Continue reading
Posted in Mercy, Prayer, Textual study, Word Study
Tagged advocate, attitude, boldly, eleos, Hebrews 4:14-16, hilaskomai, humble, humble exalted, intercession, Jesus our high priest, Luke 18:9-14, mercy, mercy seat, parable of pharisee and tax collector, parrhesia, pray for forgiveness, prayer, robert milligan, self righteous, shekinah, the throne of grace, who allowed on mountain
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Does God Hear the Prayers of Sinners?
This is not a question which can be answered with a simple “yes” or “no.” The terms need to be defined before answering. What is meant by “hear”? The word “hear” can mean “to hear a sound without understanding” (e.g. … Continue reading
In The News: Rush Limbaugh, Bill Bennett And Mel Gibson
Rush Limbaugh was fodder for the 24 hour news networks a few months ago due to his addiction to pain medication and the allegation of doctor shopping (note – this article was written in 2006). In more recent times, he … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Influence
Tagged 1 Peter 2:12, anti-semitism, bill bennett, doctor shopping, don henley, dui, dwi, gambling, image of righteousness, in the news, kidd rock, looking for excuse, media fodder, mel gibson, mike tyson, moral contradictions, our example, pamela anderson, racial rant, rush limbaugh, self righteous, song dirty laundry, Titus 1:16, viagra, we are being watched
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“…Considering Yourself”
Galatians 6:1 reads: “Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted.” Now, what do the words, “considering yourself, lest … Continue reading