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Did God know from the beginning that he would have to send Jesus to the earth as a man to save us?

Yes. Hebrews 4:3 tells us that “the works were finished from the foundation of the world.” Revelation 13:8 speaks of “the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.” The foundation of the world is a phrase speaking of the … Continue reading →

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Is Isaiah 53:5 talking about physical healing or spiritual healing?

“But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5). The verse has two poetic parallels. In the following, “wounded” … Continue reading →

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Am I to always forgive people’s slights against me?

This mindset of the spiritually minded Christian is a humble mind that acknowledges that they have sinned much and have been forgiven much. They know the grace and mercy of God and can show it to others. If someone is … Continue reading →

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I have trouble praying because of my guilt and shame.

That’s because your mind and heart have not yet caught up the glory of the gospel that saves you. Your feelings have not caught up with the glorious truth. Here is what happened on the cross when Jesus died for … Continue reading →

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Does our disagreement with God’s laws prove that our conscience, judgement, and moral intuition are not reliable?

The short answer is yes. Here’s why. The Bible tells us that “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Rom. 3:23). This sin has affected (corrupted) all of our body’s and soul’s faculties. For instance, “The … Continue reading →

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Is sickness caused by the sins we have committed?

We become sick of many reasons, not for just one reason. The medical journals are full of examples. But can a spiritual issue make us sick? Let’s look at Scripture. “No longer drink only water, but use a little wine … Continue reading →

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Old Testament consequences in the New Testament times

While King Solomon stood before the people before the newly dedicated temple, he prayed for several scenarios in which they would need to pray before the temple of God’s presence. “When your people Israel are defeated before an enemy because … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Sin

Are you dealing with sin in your life? The angel told Joseph that he was to name the baby JESUS, “for He will save His people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). So, are you dealing with sin? Are you increasingly … Continue reading →

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After the Easter Story: Resurrection Power and the Christian

Edited contents taken from Living with the End in View, book 2, by Steve Husting http://www.lulu.com/shop/steve-husting/living-with-the-end-in-view-book-2/paperback/product-753096.html The death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the defining aspect of the Christian faith. No other religion has this story of God … Continue reading →

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Sin Perverts the Law

A scribe asked Jesus which was the greatest of all the commandments. Jesus answered that these two laws are the framework upon which all the OT laws hang: love God with all you are and love your neighbor as yourself. … Continue reading →

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