Spiritual gifts guide believers to serve God and others
The article discusses how God bestows spiritual gifts, including faith, to trust Jesus Christ and be saved, and other gifts to serve others and witness to God’s grace. It emphasizes that every believer has at least one gift, to be used for the common good, not self. It urges Christians to discover, develop, and use their gifts to fulfill their life’s purpose and bring joy to others in Christ.
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Saint Paul
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Doubting Thomas and faith beyond sight
The article discusses belief without miracles, citing Thomas the Apostle and Jesus remarks on faith. It contrasts needing signs with biblical exhortations to believe on hearing the Word, noting Abraham, Lazarus, and Moses and the prophets as foundational sources. It urges trust in Christ without sensational proof.
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Lazarus
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Jesus Growing Up Between Temple Visit and Ministry
Reading about Jesus as a child and early youth, we know little beyond the temple finding at age twelve. The Acts phrase he went about doing good invites imagination of a compassionate, helper figure shaping his life before public ministry.
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Prioritize Your Life In The New Year Of 2010
The piece urges placing God first in the new year, citing Matthew 6 33 and stressing daily obedience, service, and giving as paths to God's provision and power. It reflects a personal testament by Tommy on faith, family, and living by God's word to receive daily bread, grace, and deliverance.
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Moses or Jesus in faith and historical influence debate
The author argues Moses shapes American history more than Jesus, citing oppressive themes and the Promised Land versus Christ’s grace. He critiques church use of Old Testament passages and questions the claim of Jesus’ distinct mission, urging a reevaluation at a 2010 Transmillennial Texas conference.
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Stolander Road Fellowship
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Houston
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Calf Injury and Lesson in Love from Father
An 11 year old recalls helping his father with a calf that kicked his arm sending him to the hospital. Dad wrapped his arm after over 100 stitches and reassured him with a Bible verse about maintaining love and forgiveness.
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