A brief Overview of the Most-Read Book in the World
As the inspired Word of God, the Bible provides the world with a set of standards and principles to live by. The authors were humans who were divinely guided to write words of eternal truths and to communicate the will of God.
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Believers who Walk by the Spirit Express the Christ-Like Character of Goodness
Goodness as a fruit of walking by the Spirit is a quality which imitates God. When believers are filled with the Holy Spirit, they can nurture this goodness of God into a rich expression of their own Christ-like personality. This goodness is similar to kindness, with an emphasis on moral values with a genuineness and excellence worthy of admiration, though not attention-seeking.
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The Wise Men from the East Recognized the Star of Bethlehem
Tradition has advanced the thought of three men, or three kings visiting the infant Jesus, because there are only three gifts mentioned. But the Bible doesn'tt support the traditions that have taken precedence over the accuracy of God's Word.
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Solomon Writes about Purity and Love
With lovesick accuracy, Solomon wrote the most affectionate and attention-grabbing book in the Bible. Ecclesiastes is about a man who would lay down his life for a woman who loves and adores him like no other. This exemplifies God's love for His people, and Christ's love for His Church.
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The Word and Prayer as Seed and Soil for the Christian Soul
Christians can use David as example of pursuing God wholeheartedly. David sowed a large amount of quality spiritual seeds into his soul and into nutrient-rich soil. And out of it blossomed the fruits of the spirit .
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How to Wield the Sword and Win the Battle
In terms of offensive weapons necessary for the spiritual battle, the Sword of the Spirit is by far a Christian's most valuable. Combined with fasting, prayer, praise and worship, the Sword of the Spirit has the power to thwart all the plans of the enemy, and to turn what appears to be a losing battle into a major victory for the Kingdom of God.
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Christianity is Built Around the Verse in John 3 that Begins with God So Loved the World that He Gave
It is incomprehensible that such a sovereign God could love such a depraved and debauched society. It is equally incomprehensible that such a sovereign God could give such a valuable gift to such a depraved and debauched society knowing that so few would receive it.
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The Gift of Jesus Means Eternal Salvation for Those Who Believe
Because God so dearly loved and had compassion for mankind, He not only gave the gift of His Son Jesus Christ but also everything that Jesus' name represents.
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The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins Teaches Christians to be Prepared for the Second Coming
The Parable of the Wise and Foolish virgins teaches Christians the need to stay awake and watchful spiritually. Be ready for anything.
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