By this point in Mark, it has become increasingly clear that Jesus' coming was a massive event. He was not just another leader with fresh religious claims. He did not come with some good advice. He did not come to tinker. (13 Minutes/3000 Words)
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I'm sure you always read the full agreement you make with various companies to use their software and hardware. A recent Apple software license agreement is 451 pages long. And when you clicked "I agree" I'm sure it's because you took the weekend to read through it. Or maybe your lawyer perused it. But did you know God has made agreements with humanity? The biblical word for these agreements is "covenant."
Read moreJesus Inaugurated the Age of the Spirit (Mark 1:8)
The prophets of old had predicted a day would come when the Holy Spirit would be poured out upon God's people, forming a new and special relationship never before seen in God's chosen people. (2 Minutes/550 Words)
Read moreThe True Tale of a Thoroughly Contented Man (Philippians 4:10-13)
Paul was thankful for the Philippian church. Their faith was real; it had resounded throughout their region. They loved Jesus, and their lives reflected His holiness. They were genuinely progressing in their sanctification and partnering with Paul on the mission of God. (12 Minutes/3000 Words)
Read more5 Facets of the New Covenant God Made With You (Hebrews 8)
I'm sure you always read the full agreement you make with various companies to use their software and hardware. A recent Apple software license agreement is 451 pages long. And when you clicked "I agree" I'm sure it's because you took the weekend to read through it. Or maybe your lawyer perused it. (13 Minutes/3200 Words)
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