The word, “CHURCH” – only 3 uses in the Gospels, in 2 verses: Matt 16:18 & 18:17 ecclesia = “called out”, an assembly, could be a mob “TEMPLE”: e.g., Jesus clears the temple When He had made a whip of cords, He
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He that complies against his will, Is of his own opinion still. [Samuel Butler (1612-1680): Hudibras] … there is danger in confirming anything by visions with men who are in falsities, for they would first believe and afterwards deny, and this would
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COMPARING this beatitude with the last, WHAT DO YOU NOTICE? Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in
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What is worldliness? How do we OVERCOME it, while living in the world? Stimulated by comment on recent video (https://youtu.be/oGtYtHxrLis): There is only one God that is not “cool” to the world. That offends every worldly persons beliefs. Who’s name is a
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Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (verse 10) Links to TWO previous beatitudes: FIRST – Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (verse 3) FOURTH –
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