Month: January 2022

In the scriptures, does the Lord ever command us to worship Him as opposed to simply telling us to keep His commandments?

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Christian Living, Uncategorized

Thank you for the question on worshipping God, “In the scriptures, does the Lord ever command us to worship Him as opposed to simply telling us to keep His commandments?” As I thought about this question, there needs to a clear identification of the reference to “Lord” and “Him” in the question. In other words, is … Read More “In the scriptures, does the Lord ever command us to worship Him as opposed to simply telling us to keep His commandments?” »

Was it during the time of Abraham or shortly before that the different cultures of the Earth were still forming after the Tower of Babel?

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Old Testament

Thank you for the question on the formation of differing culture, “Was it during the time of Abraham or shortly before that the different cultures of the Earth were still forming after the Tower of Babel?” Here’s an opinion on the development of culture. Culture is defined as this, “The customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements … Read More “Was it during the time of Abraham or shortly before that the different cultures of the Earth were still forming after the Tower of Babel?” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 6:16-24

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 6:16-24.  Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 16 When evening came, his disciples went down to the lake, 17 where they got into a boat and set off across the lake for Capernaum. By now it was dark, and Jesus had not yet joined … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 6:16-24” »

Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 6:8-15

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Devotional Thoughts

Read John 6:8-15.  Circle the words that stand out to you. What is the Lord saying to you? 8 Another of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, spoke up, 9 “Here is a boy with five small barley loaves and two small fish, but how far will they go among so many?” 10 Jesus said, … Read More “Devotional Thoughts in the Gospel of John 6:8-15” »