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Lessons from the Life of Ezra

April 1, 2011
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Introduction When preachers want a model of good leadership, they often turn to the book of Nehemiah, since Nehemiah models many outstanding qualities of godly leadership. Few are aware of another equally good model of pastoral leadership—Ezra. The books of Ezra and Nehemiah are twin volumes, since Nehemiah is the sequel to Ezra. In fact, [...]

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The Pastor as Practical Theologian

September 25, 2010
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Every pastor is a theologian. Like it or not, as a pastor you are a theologian, probably the most influential theologian most of your church members will meet. The way you think about life in the light of scripture profoundly affects the worldview of everyone who sits under your ministry. That is why God’s word [...]

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Eternal Judgement

January 25, 2008
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This is the last of a series of articles expounding on the six foundational doctrines in Hebrews 6:1-2. The author of Hebrews lists six foundational teachings, exhorting the disciples of Christ to move beyond these kinds of doctrines, which constitute the milk of the word, and go on to maturity. The author of Hebrews did [...]

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Laying on of Hands

January 25, 2008
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This is the fourth in a series of articles expounding on the six foundational doctrines in Hebrews 6:1-2. The author of Hebrews lists six foundational teachings, exhorting the disciples of Christ to move beyond these kinds of doctrines, which constitute the milk of the word, and go on to maturity. The author of Hebrews did [...]

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Manasseh: King of Judah

January 25, 2008
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Introduction Manasseh is one of the most interesting case studies of Israel’s kings. He sat on the throne of Judah from 696 to 642 BC. He became king at age 12, but served as co-ruler with his father Hezekiah for the first eleven years. When Hezekiah died in 686 BC, Manasseh became sole ruler at [...]

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Repentance from Dead Works

January 25, 2008
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This is the first in a series of articles expounding on the six foundational doctrines in Hebrews 6:1-2. The author of Hebrews lists six foundational teachings, exhorting the disciples of Christ to move beyond these kinds of doctrines, which constitute the milk of the word, and go on to maturity. The author of Hebrews did [...]

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Faith in God

January 25, 2008
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This is the second in a series of articles expounding on the six foundational doctrines in Hebrews 6:1-2. The author of Hebrews lists six foundational teachings, exhorting the disciples of Christ to move beyond these kinds of doctrines, which constitute the milk of the word, and go on to maturity. The author of Hebrews did [...]

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Jesus on Prayer

November 25, 2006
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Christianity is based on a relationship with God. Each Christian enters into a personal relationship with the Living God. The essence of any relationship is spending time with the other person and getting to know him. This is true of our relationship with God. As Christians we have the privilege of knowing God personally. God [...]

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