Christianity
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Relating with people, Jesus’ way
Luke 6:27-36 AMP 27 “But I say to you who hear [Me and pay attention to My words]: Love [that is, unselfishly seek the best or higher good for] your enemies, [make it a practice to] do good to those who hate you, 28 bless and show kindness to those who curse you, pray for… Read more
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How to read the Bible in one year
If you are in a relationship, it’s natural for you to desire to be connected with that person you are in a relationship with. And by now, you already know that relationships grow by constant communication. However, for some of you, your understanding of communicating with our Lord is just one way. Where you tell… Read more
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What is the biblical meaning of love?
1 John 4:11 AMPBeloved, if God so loved us [in this incredible way], we also ought to love one another. And to love one another is not so much a matter of emotion as it is of doing things for the benefit of another person, that is, having an unselfish concern for another and a… Read more
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What is the biblical meaning of joy?
Philippians 4:4 AMPRejoice in the Lord always [delight, take pleasure in Him]; again I will say, rejoice! #BibleProjectAdvent Read more
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Christmas eve (1968)
I always wondered what it’s like to be in space. As a kid, I thought that dreaming of becoming an astronaut is like dreaming of becoming a doctor. But then, it required more than that. In early 2019, I came across Apollo 8 by Jeffrey Kluger, which recounts the first mission to the moon. Reading it made… Read more
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Jesus, Prince of Peace
The reign of Jesus leads to eternal shalom. Luke 2:9-15 AMP9 And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord flashed and shone around them, and they were terribly frightened.10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy… Read more
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What is the biblical meaning of peace?
Numbers 6:24-26 AMP24 The Lord bless you, and keep you [protect you, sustain you, and guard you];25 The Lord make His face shine upon you [with favor],And be gracious to you [surrounding you with lovingkindness];26 The Lord lift up His countenance (face) upon you [with divine approval],And give you peace [a tranquil heart and life].’ #BibleProjectAdvent Read more
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