TheologiansAthanasiusFive-time exile for fighting “orthodoxy”

“Those who maintain ‘There was a time when the Son was not’ rob God of his Word, like plunderers.”“Black Dwarf” was the tag his enemies gave him. And the short, dark-skinned Egyptian bishop had plenty of enemies. He was exiled five times by four Roman emperors, spending 17 of the 45 years he served as... Continue Reading →

How to Give God First Place

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matt 6:33). I. Put Him Before Pleasure “Ye have lived in pleasure on the earth, and been wanton …” (James 5:5). A. We live in a pleasure-seeking world. Millions of dollars are spent on entertainment... Continue Reading →

Grant Me to Follow Your Example in Gethsemane

Grant Me to Follow Your Example in Gethsemane Matthew 26:36–46; Mark 14:32–42; Luke 22:40–46 Preaching Themes: Passion of Jesus Prayer Type: Petition I bless you, and give thanks to you, O Lord Jesus Christ, Maker and Redeemer of all the faithful, for the sad beginning of your most bitter passion; for the exceeding distress of... Continue Reading →

THREE THOUSAND

Church Anniversary Photo by Kedar Bhave on Pexels.com “… About three thousand in all … joined with the other believers in regular attendance at the apostles’ teaching sessions and at the breaking of bread services and prayer meetings” (Acts 2:41, 42, LB). The early Christians were looked upon as a fellowship or a community, rather... Continue Reading →

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