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1 Corinthians: The Divine Command For Unity Over Division

On the night before he died, Jesus had prayed that all of his followers be “one” and “perfected in unity” (John 17:20-23).  By now directing the Spirit to inspire Paul to command his followers, “that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment” (1:10c), Jesus wanted the Corinthians to be the answer to his prayer.  He wants the same for us today…yet the doctrinal divisiveness of denominationalism and the contentious disagreements found even within some local congregations of the Lord’s church remain. … Read More 1 Corinthians: The Divine Command For Unity Over Division

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Edification From Revelation: What Does “666” Really Mean?? (Part 2)

Yesterday I wrote Part 1 of an article that studies the biblical meaning of the infamous symbol “666” in Revelation.  That article focused mainly on how people view the number, the various erroneous interpretations commonly given to it, and biblical principles we need to keep in mind in order to come to the correct conclusions… Read More Edification From Revelation: What Does “666” Really Mean?? (Part 2)

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“Unity In Diversity”…Does It Exist?

Unity in diversity.  Yes, there is such a thing.  The Lord Jesus wants his disciples to be united, even at times when there seems to be tremendous differences between them.  Both Jesus and his apostles decry division (John 17:20-23; Eph. 4:1-3). Before we discuss this, however, let it be acknowledged that the denominational world generally… Read More “Unity In Diversity”…Does It Exist?

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