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If it’s called a Fast, why is it so slow? (Pt 2)

fasting can changeWhen you fast, don’t make it obvious, as the hypocrites do, for they try to look miserable and disheveled so people will admire them for their fasting. I tell you the truth, that is the only reward they will ever get. But when you fast, comb your hair and wash your face. Then no one will notice that you are fasting, except your Father, who knows what you do in private. And your Father, who sees everything, will reward you. Matt 6:16-18 Continue reading →

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Law of Moses 106 – A Christian Perspective

torahSo here is the question one of my youth asked, “Do we still have to follow the Law of Moses?”
That is an excellent question and a sensitive one.
I have Christian friends that I respect that follow Torah, which, for all practical purposes, is the Law of Moses. Torah actually means Law and often refers to the first five books of the Bible, all written by Moses. Continue reading →

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Law of Moses 105 – A Christian Perspective

large passion of christ blu-ray9The Law of Moses is a guide to sin. That does not mean it gives you instruction on how to sin but tells you what sin is.
I remind you of the words of Paul, “It was the law that showed me my sin.” Rom 7:7 Continue reading →

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Law of Moses 104 – A Christian Perspective

sacrificeYou can see how detailed the Law of Moses was and how difficult for the people to follow.
There were other Laws on what to do if your farm animal harms your neighbor or you accidentally knocked out the tooth of a slave; and there were many different Laws about sexual behavior. Continue reading →

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Law of Moses 103 – A Christian Perspective

uncleanThe Law of Moses had many restrictions that aided in the health of the society as a whole. The food restrictions were in place to protect people from disease bearing animals, E-coli, salmonella, and botulism.

Then there were diseases that could spread from person to person and infect the entire Hebrew civilization. Continue reading →

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Law of Moses: 101 – a Christian perspective

lawPs 51:17 – The sacrifice you desire is a broken spirit.

Israel lived under the rules of the Law of Moses. The Law contains detailed instructions for sacrifices of certain animals and grains. It also contained Continue reading →

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Restore To Me…

Restore-me-to-the-joySummer is quickly fading away. With it are the fresh memories of vacation, revival, fun times, and church camp.

I had stated that this year’s church camp was the best ever. But this year’s church camp was over a month and a half ago. Continue reading →

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Yom Teruah – Day of Shouting

yom teruahIt’s Yom Teruah – the Feast of Trumpets!
Well almost!

It’s no big secret that I believe Yom Teruah will be the day Jesus returns. Yom Teruah means Day of Shouting, though teruah actually means great noise and this could include the noise made by trumpet blasts. Continue reading →

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Keep Watch – Keep Alert

Watch-and-Pray-LionessKeep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” Mark 14:38

I don’t want to sin against God!
That is my spirit talking. My spirit is strong in the decision not to sin against God, my wife, my family, my church, or anyone else. Continue reading →