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From Under Law to Under Grace
In Paul’s introduction to his letter to the Romans, he referred to the gospel as the power of God unto salvation, salvation not only from the condemnation and the death sentence that the law brings to us, but also from sin itself. Joseph was told that, when Jesus was born, he should give Him the…
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The Two Counterfeits
A counterfeit is something that looks like the real but it isn’t. When I was in Ethiopia my father wrote to me and said, “There is a coin, a very special coin in Ethiopia which was produced by the Italians during the five years they were there called the Maria Theresa coin.” My father is…
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The Two Adams
John tells us that, when we understand the love of God, His perfect love will cast out fear and there will be no more fear of the judgment. It is not because we are good but because, as He is, so are we in this world. But the fact that God loves us unconditionally is…
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Justification by Faith
We have discovered, basically, three major facts: We are all under sin. That means we are ruled and dominated by sin. We are slaves to sin, which means that it is impossible, and I repeat that, it is impossible for us to save ourselves through our own good works. The gospel is the righteousness of God, which…
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The Righteousness of God
In 1972, my family and I had the “privilege” of being deported from Uganda by Idi Amin. I say “privilege” because the other alternative was to be put into a concentration camp and be shot. When we left, we lost everything. Idi Amin would not allow us to even touch our bank account. Each one…
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The Signs of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ
“Watch therefore; for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. But know this, that if the good man of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up. Therefore, be ye also ready; for in such…
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Ellen White and the Second Coming of Jesus Christ
It was not long after the passing of the time, in 1844, that my first vision was given me. I was visiting Mrs. Haines at Portland, a dear sister in Christ, whose heart was knit with mine; five of us, all women, were kneeling quietly at the family altar. While we were praying, the…
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Those Who Watch Will Know
“Watch therefore; for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. But know this, that if the good man of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up. Therefore, be ye also ready; for in such…
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Jesus’ Second Coming and Matthew 24
What shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?” – DISCIPLES. SCOC 3.1 “When ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.” – JESUS. Matthew 24:3, 33. SCOC 3.2 CAN anything be learned from the Bible relative to the period of the second advent? is…
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Noah’s Time And Ours
“For as in the days that were before the flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark, and knew not until the flood came, and took them all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of Man be.” A picture of…
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Real Hope In the Second Coming of Jesus Christ
The promise of Christ’s second coming to complete the great work of redemption is the main theme of the Sacred Scriptures. Since Adam and Eve left the Garden of Eden, the children of faith have waited for the coming of the Promised One to bring them to the lost Paradise again. GrH_a 38.1 Enoch, the…
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Second Coming of Jesus Christ: Prominent and Important
The second coming of Christ is a subject of great importance to the church. This is evident from the amount of testimony relative to it, in connection with the resurrection of the just and the Judgment, found both in the Old and New Testaments. The inspired writers, in their threatenings against the ungodly, in their…
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The Sufferings of Christ
“God is love.” His love manifested toward fallen man, in the gift of his beloved Son, amazed the holy angels. “God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever beliehristveth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” The Son was the brightness of the Father’s glory, and the…
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The Biblical and Historical Origins of the Sabbath
The Biblical and Historical Origins of the Sabbath The Old Testament In this blog, we dive deep into the Bible to explore the origins, commands, and ongoing significance of the Sabbath. From the creation story in Genesis to the teachings of Jesus and the early church, we’ll uncover how this day of rest is…
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What Is Sabbath in the Bible? Finding Peace in Divine Rest
What is Sabbath? It’s a topic as ancient as earth itself. Many have heard of it, some observe it, and yet most don’t understand it (at least not completely). Whether you’re new to the Bible or a seasoned student, God’s unchanging Word can show you the answers you’re looking for. Let’s dive deep into Scripture…
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Exploring Different Denominational Views on Eternal Torment and Hell
Why do so many churches teach eternal conscious torment? Do all Christians believe in an everlasting hell? What about other religions? There is no universal source of answers to these questions. Beliefs on the divine punishment for the unsaved, including what hell is (literal fire vs. separation vs. annihilation) and what “eternal” really means, vary…
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Why Many Religions Teach the Nonbiblical View of Eternal Torment or Hell
Why Many Religions Teach the Nonbiblical View of Eternal Torment (Hell) Below is a careful, historical, and theological explanation of why some religions reject eternal hell and how the doctrine of eternal conscious torment emerged, with special attention to early Christianity and the influence of Greco-Roman philosophy. I’ll keep this clear, structured, and balanced rather…
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Finding Grace in the Gospel | From Eden to Eternity
Grace. It’s one of the Bible’s most beautiful, most powerful themes . . . and one of its most misunderstood. Grace is not a New Testament invention. It’s not something we can earn. The Gospel, the true, sweeping story of God’s saving love, tells a better story. From the earliest pages of Genesis to Revelation’s final blessing, grace…
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Why Eternal Conscious Torment Contradicts the Bible: Understanding God’s Justice and Love
One of the most serious and emotionally charged questions in all of Christian theology is this: Does the Bible truly teach that God will torment sinners consciously, forever and ever, with no end: without relief, without mercy, without hope? For centuries, this doctrine, often called eternal conscious torment, has catalyzed fear, confusion, and doubt about…
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New Year of Hope By Walking With God
New Year of Hope By Walking With God As we step into a new year, our hearts naturally look forward with a mixture of hope, questions, and prayerful longing. The new year stands before us as an unwritten chapter—but the beautiful assurance of Scripture is that God already walks within it. The Bible reminds us:…
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Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life
Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life This book by Charlie Kirk, who I listened to in person earlier this year at the Dream City Church, March 29, 2025, presented and supported the practice of seventh-day Sabbath keeping. There are different Christian views about how the Sabbath applies…
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Stop in the Name of God: Remembering THE Seventh Day Sabbath
Stop in the Name of God: Remembering THE Seventh Day Sabbath Friends, we are living in an age of exhaustion. Not just physical exhaustion — spiritual exhaustion. We are busy, but rarely at peace. Connected, but rarely present. Productive, but often empty. And into this restless world, God speaks a command that sounds almost offensive…
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THE Seventh-Day Sabbath — Answering Common Questions with Scripture
THE Seventh-Day Sabbath — Answering Common Questions with Scripture Welcome back, friends. In our last episode, we talked about God’s call to stop — to remember the seventh-day Sabbath as a gift rooted in creation, affirmed in the Ten Commandments, and honored by Jesus Himself. Today, we’re going to do something important. We’re going to…
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Biblical Basis for the Seventh-Day Sabbath
This study was inspired by listening to Charlie Kirk speak about his convictions on the seventh-day Sabbath at the Dream City Church in Phoenix, Arizona, March 29, 2025. A Biblical FAQ Handout (Designed for printing, study groups, and personal reflection) What is the Sabbath? The Sabbath is the seventh day of the week (Saturday), set…