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The Scriptures
This occasion memorializes the baptism of Jesus Christ in the Jordan River by John the Baptist. All the gospel writers agree that God spoke to confirm His Son, Jesus the Christ, and this began Jesus’ public ministry.
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Composers Matthew Bridges and Godfrey Thring Write Crown Him with Many Crowns
In the 1800s there was great tension between the Catholic and Anglican churches. Crown Him with Many Crowns is a wonderful example of how God takes the troubles of man and turns them around for good.
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Palm Sunday: Jesus Rides into Jerusalem on a Donkey
There was great anticipation and excitement as Jesus began to ride into Jerusalem on a donkey. Many wondered what Jesus was going to do next. But not all of the people were excited about Jesus arriving in the city for the Passover. The scribes, chief priests, Pharisees and Sadducees and other religious leaders were afraid of Him, and wanted to stop His influence.
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Important Numbers Changed the Course of History
According to God's instructions, Moses took a census of everyone 20 years and older who could go to war. The land of Canaan was about to be invaded and it was time for the Israelite troops to be formed and ready. That is how Numbers begins. The book of Numbers does not get its name from the census, however. Rather, the entire book is a compilation of important numbers, many changing the entire course of history.
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Composer Charles Wesley Writes O, For a Thousand Tongues to Sing
The great hymn writer, Charles Wesley, wrote more than 6,000 hymns. He wrote O, For a Thousand Tongues to Sing in 1739, shortly after his conversion.
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Offerings from a Grateful Heart
God has never been into mandatory offerings. He wants His people to have willing hearts, and to bring freewill offerings for the various work of the church. Therefore Christians with a heart to please God and to build the Kingdom tend to offer financial sacrifices.
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