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The term evangelical in recent times has become an extreme term for those on the far right who some consider to be racist and anti-immigrant. Yet in the 18th and 19th centuries, evangelism meant a commitment to Jesus’ gospel and the authority of the Scriptures. Perhaps it is time to reclaim the label and affirm historic Christian doctrines, as this article suggests: http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2016/november-web-only/history-shows-us-why-being-evangelical-matters.html?start=3. What do you think?
For we know Him who said, “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. And again, “The Lord will judge His people.” (Hebrews 10:30) In the Scripture above there is found great foreboding. It is not just a reminder for us to avoid judging, but a reminder that God is the judge, and He will indeed one day judge us all. That can be comforting when you see another person getting away with some sinful behavior. God…..
Does God care about politics? Evangelist Billy Graham, who just turned 98, certainly thinks so. He recently remarked, on Facebook, that God cares about everything in our lives, including who will be the next president. (The story can be found online at http://www.christiantoday.com/article/billy.graham.god.cares.about.everything.in.our.lives.including.wholl.be.the.next.president/69574.htm) He shared the Scripture from 1 Timothy 2:1-2, where Paul is instructing Timothy about how a local church should conduct itself: “I urge them, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions and thanksgiving be made…for kings and…..
As we enter the final weekend before the elections, I would like to offer up this prayer: Lord, we praise and thank You for the undeserved blessings upon this nation, especially for Your mercy and faithfulness. We call upon Your name as our Fortress and Sovereign Lord. We praise You for founding this country on Your truth that is evident in the gift of Your Word. Guide us as we pray for Your glory to be made manifest in our…..
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