Death is one of life’s most unavoidable realities—and yet, in the heart of grief, Jesus speaks the most powerful words of hope ever spoken:“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live” (John 11:25). Jesus spoke these words to Martha just before raising her brother Lazarus […]
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Many think of Heaven as a fixed, unchanging reality, but the Bible presents a far more dynamic picture—a place of continual newness, ever-unfolding glory, and eternal renewal. God is always creating, always revealing new wonders, and always bringing His people into deeper knowledge of Him. Heaven is not just a static paradise—it is a place
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The Holy Spirit is our divine teacher, guide, and revealer of truth. While no eye has seen the fullness of Heaven, God has chosen to reveal glimpses of its glory to us through the Holy Spirit, His Word, and personal assurance. 1️⃣ The Spirit Reveals the Reality of Heaven 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 (ESV) – “But,
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The concept of the kinsman-redeemer (go’el in Hebrew) is a vital theme in the Old Testament, particularly in the Book of Ruth. This law provided a way for families to be restored and protected, ensuring that inheritance and lineage were preserved. The role of the kinsman-redeemer finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ, who redeems
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What will we look like in Heaven? Will we recognize each other? Will we have physical bodies? The Bible provides clear insights into what our glorified bodies will be like in eternity. Verse Reference: 1 John 3:2 (ESV) – “Beloved, we are God’s children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but
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Introduction:Mary, the sister of Martha and Lazarus, is also remembered for her extravagant act of worship in anointing Jesus with costly perfume. This event, recorded in John 12:1–8, demonstrates her deep love, faith, and spiritual insight. Mary’s story inspires believers to worship sacrificially and focus on what truly matters—Jesus. 1. Mary’s Sacrificial Gift Mary’s anointing
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Introduction:Mary, the sister of Martha and Lazarus, is remembered for her devotion and spiritual focus. In a culture where women were often excluded from discipleship opportunities, Mary chose to break norms and sit at Jesus’ feet, listening to His teaching. Her story, found in Luke 10:38–42, reveals the importance of prioritizing time with Jesus over
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Introduction:While Martha is often remembered for being “distracted with much serving” (Luke 10:40), her encounter with Jesus during the death of her brother, Lazarus, reveals another side of her character. In her grief, Martha boldly approached Jesus, confessing her faith in Him as the Messiah and trusting Him even in her sorrow. Her example inspires
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Introduction:Martha is often remembered as the woman who was “distracted with much serving” (Luke 10:40), but her story reveals the tension many Christians face between service and spiritual focus. While her love for hospitality was commendable, Jesus gently reminded her to prioritize the eternal over the immediate. Martha’s story invites us to evaluate our own
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“Now Boaz went up to the gate and sat down there; and behold, the close relative of whom Boaz had spoken came by. So Boaz said, “Come aside, friend, sit down here.” So he came aside and sat down. And he took ten men of the elders of the city, and said, “Sit down here.”
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