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SIH’s Think On These Things: Mark 9:41-50 (1)

Mark 9:41-50 (KJV)  41) For whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my name, because ye belong to Christ, verily I say unto you, he shall not lose his reward. 42) And whosoever shall offend one … Continue reading

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Finding God’s Will For Our Lives Part # 5

If, after applying God’s Word to our situation and our impressions, we are still uncertain as to the path that He would have us to take, we need to also be observant towards recognizing open and closed doors of opportunity, signs of the Lord’s workings and the area of greatest need which help us determine His will for our lives.

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The Invitation of the Gospel

When we receive an invitation to some social event, we should appreciate the opportunity that has been set before us.  Think about what an invitation implies.  Someone thought of us, they wanted us to be present for their event and … Continue reading

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The Good Samaritan

One of the most common phrases used to describe someone who helps others in times of need is “a Good Samaritan”.  This phrase has become so common that in many cases, those using this title have no idea its source … Continue reading

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I Am The Lord: That Is My Name

On a recent broadcast of the “In Touch” TV program (www.intouch.org), I heard a song entitled “God Of The Ages”.   It is a beautiful, Scriptural song (it is based upon Colossians chapter 1) declaring our Lord as the God of … Continue reading

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Is There Life After Death?

Is there life after death? Can we know the answer to this question for sure? If so, what should we do to prepare for our death?
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Stop bugging me about Jesus!

Why do Christians feel they must share Christ with others? Are they being pushy, inconsiderate and self-centered? Or, are they being loving, kind and self-sacrificial? Continue reading

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What Must We Do To Be Saved? Part 6 – What about the Lord’s Supper?

Part #6 of a 7 part series explaining the Biblical answer to the question “What must we do to be saved?”. In part #6 we examine the importance of the ordinance of Communion (or the Lord’s Supper) for our lives. Does Communion cause us to merit our salvation? If not, why do we observe the ordinance of communion? Continue reading

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What Must We Do To Be Saved? Part 5 – What About Baptism?

Part #5 of a 7 part series explaining the Biblical answer to the question “What must we do to be saved?”. In part #5 we will be examining the importance of baptism for our lives. Does baptism cause us to merit our salvation? Or does baptism reveal our faith and forgiveness to others? Or is baptism a useless ritual? Continue reading

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What Must We Do To Be Saved? Part 4 – What About Good Works?

Part #4 of a 7 part series explaining the Biblical answer to the question “What must we do to be saved?”. In part #4 we will be examining the importance of good works for our lives. Do good works merit our salvation? Do good works “keep’ us saved? Do good works reveal our salvation to others? Or are good works a useless pursuit? Continue reading

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