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by Daryl WinerdThe argument is tight and convincing. 9/10I could wish that they had dealt with Rom. 7:2-3 in its own chapter. Also, the syllogism of Eph. 5:25:
1. A husband must be like Jesus Christ.
2. Jesus Christ never divorces His wife.
Conclus…Though he ought to have loved his wife by listening and asking better questions, Sir Percy took risks in a noble cause and devoted his life to preserving the lives of others.by Tim MarshallGeography heavily influences the politics and economies of the world’s nations.An interesting and perhaps important book which educates the citizen to vital factors about the region and country to which he is obligated to vote, pray, …
by John BunyanPerhaps the greatest book ever written outside the Bible.For its glorious and compelling presentation of Christ as well as intensity that comes straight from Scripture, this book deserves more honor than Pilgrim’s Progress.
Plot:
1….Feminism is one more wave of attack on Western culture. 7/10.
Category Archives: Missions
Prosperity “Churches” Are Indistinguishable from Witchcraft
Be sure to read the text on the pictures. And then… Is there any difference between the prosperity gospel and witchcraft? When you pray for missionaries and churchplanters in the rural areas of Africa, these are the … Continue reading
Ethiopia Then, Cambodia Now
Guest post by Forrest McPhail, churchplanter among the Khmer of Cambodia The Winds of God: How the Gospel Swept the Four Corners of Southern Ethiopia by Raymond Davis is an interesting little book. God works different ways at different times … Continue reading
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Tagged Cambodia, Churchplanting, Forrest McPhail, Indigenous, Missions
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Whunga Baptist Church: A New Church in a Poor Area
A special joy known only to those who love the church of God rests on the birth of a new assembly of believers. After years of evangelism and preaching, the Whunga Baptist Church was officially formed on Sunday, 20 March … Continue reading
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Tagged Character, Churchplanting, Missions, Zimbabwe
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They Would Rather Sleep
For an entire year a young man I’ll call Brian came to hear the Bible preaching in the “Blue Prison” section of Kuthama Correctional Facility, a maximum security prison where he is serving a life sentence for murder. Every Tuesday, … Continue reading
Why Isn’t Homosexuality More Popular in Africa?
The majority of Africans live in the rural areas—about 60% or 700 millions. And in the rural areas, homosexuality is not common. I have never seen it though I lived in an African village for 9 years and still work … Continue reading
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Tagged African culture, Ethics, Homosexuality, Pastoral
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Another Reason to Love Election
Friday afternoon, I found myself alone with Harry Chauke, a 19 year old young man who has been attending our church for about three years. During that time, he has repeatedly arrived with friends at our worship services or Bible … Continue reading
A Prayer for God’s Sheep Scattered Amongst the Muslims
Father of all prodigals, What has turned away from the right path more than the Jews who reject their Messiah, or the Muslims who see your son as one more voice supporting a petty, works-based religion? Adding to this high … Continue reading
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