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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The Prophetess Helped Lead Israel into Deliverance
Deborah was not just a representative of righteousness. She arose as a prophetess among her people, bringing peace to the children of Israel and glory to the name of the God she served.
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A Humble Heart is the Key to Godly Favor
Christianity cannot be lived alone, and Christians are called to work together toward the common goal of strengthening the believers and leading the lost to Christ. This takes not only patience, but unity, faith, and incredible humility.
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The Widow Naomi Loses Two Sons but Leads Ruth into the Lineage of Jesus
Though grieved by the death of her husband and sons, God eventually brought Naomi great joy and restoration through the marriage of her daughter-in-law Ruth to Boaz. God used Naomi to graft Ruth into the lineage of Jesus Christ. In return for her selflessness, Ruth cared for Naomi in her old age.
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Malachi Proves that the Love of God is Unchanging
God had not changed; He still loved His people, and yet still hated their sin. Because of this, Malachi called the people to repentance, stating that if they returned to God, He would return to them.
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The Church of Philippi Embraces the Gospel
The book of Philippians was written by the Apostle Paul from prison, during the first century. The founding of the church on Philippi is recorded in Acts 16:12-40. Paul's second missionary journey proved to be fruitful, as the believers in Philippi eagerly embraced the message of the gospel.
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The Book of Hebrews is a Call for Christians to Remain Firm in their Faith
As for the believers of Hebrews, they had received the salvation that the believers of old had been waiting for. For this reason, the author exhorted them to continue in their Christian faith despite the intense opposition, for to turn back to Judaism was unthinkable.
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Forgiveness Provides Freedom and Unity
Each believer has the responsibility to consciously make the choice to release the offender and forgive them. This mirrors the incredible forgiveness of God, who sent His Son to die on the cross, when all of mankind was dead in their sin and not even aware of their need for a Savior.
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Pennsylvania's Messiah College
Messiah College is a Christian college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences. Their mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.
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Ruth Remains Loyal to Naomi and Marries Boaz
Ruth's loyalty and friendship was further demonstrated by her submission to Naomi's guidance. She both loved and trusted Naomi, and diligently followed her wise instruction. Ruth's obedience secured her an honorable place in the fields of Boaz, a close relative of Elimelech, Naomi's deceased husband. Eventually, Boaz married Ruth and their son, Obed, was the grandfather of King David.
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