One of the historical incidents about Jephthah and his daughter is one of the difficult passages in the Bible. (Judges 11:1-12:7) This narrative is important as Jephthah is mentioned as one of the heroes of faith. (Hebrews 11:32-34) Background does not matter: God can use anyone irrespective of their background. Jephthah’s mother was a prostitute, […]
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The first jet charter company in the world in which every passenger is a VIP (very important pup) is now off the ground. BARK Air, launched by dog toy company BARK in partnership with a jet charter service, is a luxury airline for man’s best friend that transports dogs of all sizes and their owners
Some phrases in the Bible are considered insignificant from the human perspective. The biblical authors were not writing assignments to fill the quota of words. There is no unnecessary or unwarranted word, as the Scripture is inspired by the Holy Spirit. One such phrase is in the John’s gospel. The Lord Jesus Christ fed the
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One dancer who calls himself a worship leader, declared, that he competes with movie stars. He intends to become popular than them, then he adds that he does all these for the glory of His name. Strangely, biblically illiterate Christians follow such false leaders. First, since his priority is his popularity, he takes the name
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Peter calls his audience, the followers of the Lord Jesus Christ as pilgrims or exiles. (I Peter 1:1) That means a temporary resident in a foreign land. In the Epistle to Diognetus, written by ‘Mathetes’ (a disciple) of Apostles in the second century as an apologist literature, a pilgrim is described as: “They live in
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One old fragile politician said: “I am neither tired nor retired.” Addicted to power, he was not willing to give up the seat of power. Sadly, Christians become weary of doing good. But Paul encourages believers to keep on doing good because they will reap at the appropriate, God-appointed time. (Galatians 6:9) Doing good means
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One top politician’s grandson was a psycho that he kidnapped, harassed, molested, raped, and blackmailed numerous women. He also video graphed all these, to make his victims ashamed and be under his tyranny. Somehow, the videos became viral on social media. Cunningly, he escaped the country using his political influence and connections. The patriarch Politian
Blood sacrifice was an essential part of Old Testament worship. Generally, the blood was poured under the altar in the Tabernacle. Nevertheless, there were three circumstances in the Old Testament where blood was sprinkled on people. And all of them signify rich spiritual truths. 1. Covenant: God delivered the children of Israel with a mighty
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The writer of the Book of Hebrews provides a parable. The earth drinks water from the rain, it is expected to bear plants or herbs that are useful for cultivators. It is a true blessing. Nevertheless, if it bears thorns, thistles, and briars, it is rejected and is nearly cursed, and in the end, it
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It is always a joy to listen to babies who babble. Parents enjoy children’s expressions. They become concerned if the child does not talk when they turn three years old. That which was joy brings fear as the child grows up. That is exactly what the writer of Epistle of Hebrews wrote. The spiritual maturity
