18 And when he sits on the throne of his kingdom, he shall write for himself in a book a copy of this law, approved by the Levitical priests. 19 And it shall be with him, and he shall read in it all the days of his life, that he may learn to fear the LORD his God […]
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We are all missing singing in church on the Lord’s Day. As the coronavirus pandemic tragically continues, we as churches, along with many others, institutions and businesses, are still under the government’s restrictions. At the beginning of October it was reported that “faith communities” were being invited to take part in research based at University
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How does my faith in Jesus connect with my work life? How does Sunday relate to Monday? What difference does the gospel make when I’m stocking shelves, turning wrenches, or answering phones? These are the types of questions that commonly haunt the everyday, ordinary Christian. For those who are serious and sincere in their faith,
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In November 1960, six-year-old Ruby Nell Bridges got out of the U.S. Marshall’s car and walked the short distance to the school entrance, apparently oblivious to the adults who screamed obscenities at her along the walkway. As usual, her teacher watched from the window as the little African-American girl approached the school, but today, something
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For much of history, Christians have understood the church and the state as two orders given as good gifts by God. Rightly relating the two is no easy task. Historically there are two temptations regarding the proper relation of the church to the state. Absolutely apart? First, some are tempted to hold church and state
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8 Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain . . .11 Their wives likewise must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded, faithful in all things. 1 Timothy 3:8, 11 (ESV) 2 Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness. Titus 2:2 (ESV)
