The Gift of Faith is to see what is invisible and beyond the present time frame. See with insight: God challenged Joshua to see the victory with the eyes of faith. “See, I have given Jericho into your hand, with its king and mighty men of valour. “(Joshua 6:2) With his physical eyes, he was […]
Oliver R. Avison was a medical missionary to the region now called Korea. He treated all patients with diligence, without discrimination. According to the worldview dominated by Confucianism and classicism, butchers were considered the lowest and even treated as untouchable. Missionaries preached the gospel to them and embraced them. Sung-Choon Park was healed by the
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There is a book named ‘Die with Zero’ by Bill Perkins. The concept is that a person should earn well but also spend well. The money should be used for oneself and to gain more experience. After death, those memories would be cherished. Those who do not know Christ will be in hell; how can
It is essential for all humans to grow. Many do not grow in a wholesome manner. Because of this, they are immature and experience emotional turmoil. The Lord Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem and grew into a wholesome personality. Luke notes that the Lord grew up in wisdom, stature, and favour of God and
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The battle of the throne between the two brothers of Belgium, Reginald and his younger brother Edward, is interesting. In 1361, Edward revolted and defeated Reginald in Tiel. Instead of killing Reginald, his younger brother Edward placed him in a castle of Ninjenbeek. He built a big room with an open door and windows around
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Shantanu Deshpande laments the lack of courtesy, politeness, and decency in public places. A social media post: “Look at me,” he mimics the mindset. “I fooled the traffic cop. I saved 10 minutes. What a hero.” That’s the message being sent — and learned. Every single day, people who break traffic rules and boast about
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One city government did a lot of media blitz, stating they had installed CCTVs on most of the roads in the city. The violators of traffic rules would be photographed, and a message ordering to pay penalty fines would be sent to the car owners’/drivers’ phones. The violators were supposed to pay the fine within
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A nation can attain greatness with intelligent and healthy citizens. Righteousness makes a nation great. (Proverbs 14:34) Martin Luther promoted universal education for boys and girls as part of the Protestant Reformation. Missionaries who went around the world established educational institutions and hospitals. The impact of these institutions transformed many communities, cities, and nations. Blind
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Being a teacher and preacher is considered a great profession. The reason is the impact on people, and its ripple effect on a society and a nation. The Preacher of Jerusalem writes that good teachers and preachers proclaim knowledge given by One Shepherd. (Ecclesiastes 12:11) A Challenge to teach: Because he was wise, he taught
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Job is a challenge for all humans with regard to justice and righteousness. His personality profile gleaned from his speeches speaks of integrity, trustworthiness, and holiness. Yet, he had to repent and seek God’s righteousness. (Job 40:4; 42:6) Here are some glimpses of his personality that demonstrate true spirituality, which should be found in all
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