Romans 8:1-11 The existence outside of God is described as the law of sin and death. This principle (as in the law of gravity) keeps us condemned in our actions and desires. We cannot do the righteousness of the law of God because we are bound by the law of sin. But Romans 8 now …
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Jun 29
The Fog that Saved America
In August of 1776, in response to the Declaration of Independence, the British moved to take and control New York and the Hudson River. This would disrupt the trade between the northern and southern colonies. George Washington with 19,000 troops had to oppose the British with 32,000 troops. The colonials were defeated at the Battle …
Jun 22
Ending a Senseless War
Romans 7:15-25 One of the easiest ways to defeat is to never realize that you are in a war. In Romans 7 we see the instructions for us to withstand the onslaught of Satan and sin. We must realize the danger that is at work to make our lives ineffective and defeated for Jesus Christ. Death …
Jun 15
What is the hardest word in the English Language?
What do you think is the most difficult word in the English language? Would it be “lachrymose” (causing tears, tearful) or “contumacious” (insubordinate, rebellious) because we use them so rarely? Would it be “hemacytometer” (instrument for counting blood) or “Boanerges” (skilled orator) because they are tricky to spell? I think that, if forced to …
