Posts with the category “worldview”
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Did Hezekiah’s Prayer Change God’s Mind?
March 28th, 2023
“…The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.”James 5:16b Before examining a passage often cited as proof that our prayers can change God’s mind, we should consider these explicit s... Read More
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Since God Is Sovereign, What Should I Pray?
March 21st, 2023
"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 In our last post, we addressed a question that oft... Read More
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If God Is Sovereign, Why Should I Pray?
February 28th, 2023
"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 In our last post, I presented a case for committin... Read More
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Commit to Prayer in this New Year
January 24th, 2023
"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 As we settle into the new year, I would encourage ... Read More
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In this New Year, Where Is Your Hope?
January 17th, 2023
"For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present ag... Read More
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What Should We Expect in this New Year?
January 10th, 2023
"I have said these things to you, that hin me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world."John 16:33 Each year since 2019, I have seen post a... Read More
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Follow Me as I Follow Christ
December 13th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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Stand Under the Word
December 6th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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Beware the Love of Money
November 29th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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For What Are We Thankful?
November 16th, 2022
Next week, people all across the United States will be sitting down to a feast with many voicing “thanks.” It’s the national holiday known as “Thanksgiving.” For those who don’t understand the reali... Read More
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Seeking First God’s Kingdom
November 1st, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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The Importance Worshipping as a Family
October 25th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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Invest Time in Your Children
October 11th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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Lessons Taught by Lessons Lived
October 4th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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The Daily Covenantal Responsibilities of Fatherhood
September 20th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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The Covenantal Responsibilities of Fatherhood Pt. 2
September 13th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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The Covenantal Responsibilities of Fatherhood Pt. 1
August 30th, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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Fatherhood: A Paradigm for Our Relationship with Our Heavenly Father
August 23rd, 2022
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shal... Read More
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Fathers, Teach Your Children
August 16th, 2022
Lord willing, we will return to our series on “Sound Theology” at a later date. But the recent passing of my father has sent my heart in another direction. Over the next few posts, we will explore t... Read More
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The Mechanics of Sound Theology
August 2nd, 2022
In our last post, we considered how sound theology impacts our understanding and the way we live. The essence of sound theology is the application of Scripture to our lives. God’s Word is given to i... Read More
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Sound Theology and a Life of Meaning
July 26th, 2022
In our last post, we considered the importance of theology in a world where people increasingly define themselves in terms of their feelings and psychological impressions rather than objective reality... Read More
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The Importance of Sound Theology in an Emotive World
July 19th, 2022
There has been a gradual but revolutionary shift in society’s understanding of personal identity and authenticity. The seeds of this particular change were sown over two centuries ago with the Romant... Read More
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The Idol of Independence
July 5th, 2022
I am postponing the concluding blog in our series on “The Sacrifices of God’s People” to reflect on the reversal of Roe v. Wade. The egregious federal ruling issued January 3, 1973, mandated access t... Read More
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Raging Against the Right to Life
June 28th, 2022
I am postponing the concluding blog in our series on “The Sacrifices of God’s People” to reflect on the reversal of Roe v. Wade. The egregious federal ruling issued January 3, 1973, mandated access t... Read More
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It Isn’t All About Me?
March 22nd, 2022
In our last post, we considered the antithesis between the biblical worldview and the dominant worldview of today with respect to humanity. According to Scripture, this is God’s world, and we are His ... Read More
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Guided By Scripture
March 8th, 2022
Welcome to “Take Captive,” a new outreach ministry from those serving at Living Word Community Church. This blog is not a medium for wrangling and debate. It is intended as a forum for encouragement... Read More
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