1237. What to Give Up
Considering the origin and most common practice of Lent, is it what God desires? Continue reading
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1016. Rejecting Ritualism
Has worship become empty and just going through the motions? God has a remedy. Continue reading
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941. Sprinkled with His Blood
How does being “sprinkled with Christ’s blood” affect my relationship with Him? Continue reading
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310. The Importance of Literary Context
The Importance of Literary Context in understanding the Bible Continue reading
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