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When interpreting scripture some view the words wrath and tribulation as if they are interchangeable. They are not. Wrath is the results of anger. God’s wrath is the results of His righteous anger. Tribulation is trouble. Tribulations may be the results of nature, God’s testing, God’s correction, persecution or any of the many other sources of trouble. All who live in this world eventually experience tribulation. Yes, even Gods people experience tribulations – troubles. In Jo

Worship as a noun is that adoration, homage, reverence, and honor that we give to another. Worship as a verb is to admire, esteem, revere, and honor another. Clearly when God tells us to NOT worship anyone or anything except Him (Exodus 20:3-4, Matthew 4:10), He means more than to admire, honor, or respect another person. We are told in scriptures (1 Peter 2:17) to “honor” the king, and to “honor” all men.  Honor and respect and esteem are value sensitive commodities. For exa

What does that really mean in the context of scripture. Psalms 37:4-5 has been misunderstood bringing disappointment and doubt to many in the family of God. Let’s look closely at these scriptures and others that may help us in our understanding. Psalm 37:4-5  Delight yourself also in the Lord; and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit you way unto the Lord , trust also in Him and He shall bring it to pass. At first glance, this seems to be a formula for getting a

There is no single answer to this question. The answers are varied, depending on the circumstances surrounding each situation. But what circumstances, you may ask, could warrant the continued allowance of such great suffering as we see all over the world? Most of the suffering in this world need not be, but is brought about by the wickedness of mankind. Mankind could easily rid this world of most of it’s suffering if it were not for his selfishness; his sin. He is allowed by

Have you ever met someone who was void of ill will for anyone? What a great way to be. What a pleasant person to be around. You can be confident that no matter the shortcomings in your life, they will never use them to belittle you. They will only desire your good. You can be confident of their unconditional love. Then there are those who desire the demise of others. Often this is the means they use to elevate themselves. They desire to be thought of highly, and work to achie

John the Baptist spoke of such: “ I indeed baptize you with water but one mightier than I is coming, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire”. (Luke 3:16) Jesus spoke of such: “ For John truly baptized with water; but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now”. (Acts 1:5) Peter & Joel spoke of such: “But this is that which was spoken by the prophet Joel; and it shall come to pass in t

Throughout church history a great error has continued to infect the church’s theology. Many preachers and paperback theologians, erroneously teach that God’s will is for all Christians to have an over-abundance of worldly things. They teach that the reason some don’t have these things is their lack of faith. Others teach the Bible, showing that love for these things indicates that your heart isn’t right with God. Let’s read 1 John 2:15-16. Verse 15; “ Do not love the world or

Who Am I? Where Did I Come From? What’s My Purpose Here? Where Am I Going? These questions, to varying degrees, have vexed all of mankind. There seems to be a need to know these things in each of us. They are reasonable questions that we all have asked. Parents often give us our first answers to these questions. Whatever they may teach us, it still seems that we must find answers for ourselves. Real peace and contentment in this life only comes when we are assured of these an

What Is A World View? A set of beliefs used to form opinions about life, duties, responsibilities, truth, family, etc. What Should The Christian’s World View Be? A Christian should view all that is in and of this life in the light of the Holy Bible. Beliefs that have helped me to shape my worldview: God has a goal. His goal has not changed (Ephesians 1:4, Genesis 12:3c, Galatians 3:16, Job 19:25-27). Because of God’s gift to mankind— his freewill— God’s means of attaining His

What Are Personal Convictions? When Are They Appropriate? “Convictions” & “Personal Convictions”,  What’s The Difference? Conviction is defined as a fixed or firm belief. So we Christians probably have a lot of convictions. Many of our convictions bring us into a close relationship with one another. Other convictions tend to separate us from one another. Understanding why we have the convictions that we have, can do a lot in removing walls of separation. Why do you believe th