Prayer and Worship

The God of Israel: The True God

The Bible always refers to the one true God as the “God of Israel.” This name reveals His covenant relationship, His activity in history, and His unchanging faithfulness. Simply naming God isn’t enough; true worship aligns with how He has revealed Himself through...

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The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit

When the Holy Spirit indwells a believer, God does not give a portion or an influence but His full presence. This study examines how the Spirit comes to live in us, affirms His personal nature, and transforms us from the inside out. The Holy Spirit Is a Person, Not...

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John the Baptist: Imprisoned, Questioning, and Beheaded

John the Baptist preached righteousness without compromise, but his boldness cost him everything. His imprisonment, his question to Jesus, and his beheading are a sobering lesson in truth, courage, and the cost of discipleship. Why John Was Imprisoned Herod Antipas...

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The Division of Priests in the Old Testament

The priesthood in Israel was established by God through Moses. All priests were to come from the tribe of Levi, and specifically from the line of Aaron. Exodus 28:1 says, “Now take Aaron your brother, and his sons with him, from among the children of Israel, that...

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What Is an Idol? A Biblical Definition

The concept of idolatry is foundational throughout the Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, God continually warns His people against the worship of idols. But to understand idolatry rightly, we must define an idol the way the Bible does. This study will walk through...

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The Dove: A Symbol of Peace, Purity, and the Spirit

The dove appears throughout Scripture with rich symbolism, yet its meaning is not derived from poetic tradition or religious imagery; it is rooted in the Word of God. The dove is never randomly mentioned. Its presence marks moments of covenant, purity, sacrifice,...

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The Term Christian: From Slander to Identity

There is great weight in a name. Names in the Bible often reflect character, calling, or destiny. But the name “Christian” didn’t begin as a badge of honor, it was a label of mockery. Yet it is the name we now hold dearly, a name that connects us to Christ Himself....

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Parable of the Rich Fool: Luke 12:1-12

Before Jesus tells this parable, He is teaching a large crowd about hypocrisy, fear of man, and the need for eternal perspective. In Luke 12:1, the crowd is described as being so large that they "trampled one another." Jesus had just warned about covetousness,...

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