Author: Jon Mitchell

Bible Q&A: In Romans 8:29-30, Was Paul Talking About God’s Foreknowledge of Israel (Rom. 11:2)?

In Romans 8:29-30, was Paul talking about God’s foreknowledge of Israel from Romans 11:2? Paul was not speaking about the nation of Israel as a whole in Romans 8:29-30.  Rather, he was speaking of the spiritual Israel of the New Covenant which is the church (cf. Rom. 2:28-29). Keep reading in Romans 11 down through… Read More Bible Q&A: In Romans 8:29-30, Was Paul Talking About God’s Foreknowledge of Israel (Rom. 11:2)?

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My Thoughts on Christ’s Healing of the Woman With the Blood Issue

All of us suffer.  Sometimes we might want to blame God.  This woman encourages me to do the opposite.  She reminds me that I must look upwards to God and look forward to heaven.  My home is not here in the land of war, turmoil, strife, and high housing and gas prices.  There is something better waiting (Rom. 8:18). … Read More My Thoughts on Christ’s Healing of the Woman With the Blood Issue

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Zechariah: “Not by Might Nor by Power, But by My Spirit” (The Fifth Vision)

The message that they would complete the temple only through the aid and power of God is a good principle to keep in mind for our own endeavors.  “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it…” (Ps. 127:1a).  May we always seek the aid of God in all we try to do, and make sure our aims are in accordance with His will.… Read More Zechariah: “Not by Might Nor by Power, But by My Spirit” (The Fifth Vision)

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The Importance of Fellowship

And even more importantly, work together in furthering the Lord’s cause.  Join each other in having Bible studies with the lost and reaching out to them through various outreach methods like door knocking, social media, writing cards, delivering “welcome to the neighborhood” baskets to newcomers in the community, etc.  After all, fellowship (koinonia in Greek) means “partnership.”  Be partners with each other and partners with God in the work of his Son’s church. … Read More The Importance of Fellowship

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