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Need To Know “Which Way You Went!” – Bible study

When visiting a cemetery, have we ever taken the time to notice the various epitaphs on the stones? (see article). Some of them are very unique and well-thought-out. I especially enjoyed reading the following one: The story goes that a man found the following epitaph on a tombstone buried deep in the grass. Upon pushing … Continue reading “Need To Know “Which Way You Went!” – Bible study”

A Sure-Fire Recipe For Effective Christian Living – Bible study

Like most people who cook, I have a favorite food recipe handed down from my mother – salmon croquettes. The recipe is sure-fire if you follow the directions exactly. However, if you omit some ingredients and substitute others, the end result wont be too tasty. Spiritually speaking, the apostle Peter has provided us a sure-fire … Continue reading “A Sure-Fire Recipe For Effective Christian Living – Bible study”

Worship Is Conducive To Good Health – Bible study

The Internet Journal Of Family Practice (scroll down to “Introduction” heading) noted that a recent study of more than 2,000 deaths in a national cohort of approximately 21,000 people, followed for nine years (1987-1997), found that persons who never attended religious services had a mortality risk 87% higher than those attending more than weekly. A … Continue reading “Worship Is Conducive To Good Health – Bible study”

“Eucharist” And “Sacrament” – What Are They? – Bible study

A querist asks, “I’ve just happened to notice in a pocket reference guide to the Scriptures that I use, that under the topic heading ‘Lord’s Supper’ it states ‘Not – Eucharist, nor sacrament.’ This conflicts with my dictionary when I look up each term. Which would be correct here, and why? Also, what about other … Continue reading ““Eucharist” And “Sacrament” – What Are They? – Bible study”

Jesus — Our Advocate, Intercessor And Mediator – Bible study

The New Testament teaches that Christ is our advocate, intercessor and mediator (cf. 1 John 2:1; Romans 8:34; Hebrews 7:25; 1 Timothy 2:5). To better understand how our Lord functions in these roles, let us use the following example of a general practitioner: Although a general practitioner is educated in the general practice of medicine, … Continue reading “Jesus — Our Advocate, Intercessor And Mediator – Bible study”