The Day of Atonement: Removing the Enemy, Reconciling All to God – Mike Bennett lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
The Day of Atonement, known as Yom Kippur in Hebrew, is the fifth annual holy day listed in Leviticus 23:26-32. It falls on the tenth day of the seventh month in the Hebrew calendar, which …
Holy Days: Trumpets cgg.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
Church members approach various biblical festivals with different moods. Passover and Unleavened Bread invoke somber reflection, emphasizing the sacrifice of God and His Son compared to our imperfection. Pentecost brings a sense of excitement as …
Dante Alighieri and The Divine Comedy – Daniel Tompsett, Donald Winchester vision.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
Dante’s Divine Comedy has significantly shaped the Christian belief in the immortal soul. This epic poem, authored by Dante Alighieri in the 14th century, remains a pinnacle of Western literature, blending theology, history, and allegory.…
Pentecost Pictures the ‘Firstfruits’ in God’s Plan – Richard H Sedliacik hwalibrary.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
God’s unfolding master plan is visible through the seven annual festivals that represent His salvation plan for humanity. These festivals remind us of our journey to become spirit-born members of His divine family.
The Passover …
What Do I Have to Do to Be Heard? – Jeremy Lallier lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
In this world of complex one-sided conversations, reaching those with real power can seem impossible. With billions of people facing unique issues, direct communication with world leaders isn’t feasible. However, collective voices can’t be ignored. …
Why Christ Used Parables cogiw.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
In this article, the author discusses the notion of Jesus speaking in parables and why most people were prevented from understanding their meaning. Contrary to the common belief that parables were used to make the …
Five Doctrines Which Identify God’s Church – Gary L Alexander hwalibrary.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
The linked Good News article from 1974 summarizes five key doctrines that are unique to the Church of God, as distinguished from counterfeit teachings of so-called Christianity. They are helpful reminders of the core defining …
Seven Signs of the End-Time Antichrist – Wallace G. Smith tomorrowsworld.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
In the linked article, Wallace Smith sheds light on the Antichrist and the Beast Power, significant figures in the biblical prophecy concerning the end times. These powerful entities play a crucial role in the events …
Solving Our Conflict with God – Gary Petty churchofgodnetwork.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
The notion that God accepts us as we are and allows us to remain unchanged is false. Our inherent hostility towards God and our inability to submit to His ways ultimately prevent true inner peace
“We’re Coming for Your Children!” – Scott Ashley ucg.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
In the summer of 2022, the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus faced criticism for an online music video in which members sang about indoctrinating children. The controversial lines spoke of converting children subtly; “You think …
Knowing – Jeremy Lallier sabbaththoughts.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
Throughout Christ’s life He had a single motivating drive and purpose. John summed up that purpose toward the end of his gospel when he said “Jesus, knowing that the Father had given all things into …
“He Gets Us” . . . But Do We Get Him? – Kendrick Diaz lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
This article discusses the recently launched “He Gets Us” ad campaign. The stated goal of this campaign is to reintroduce people to the Jesus of the Bible. Unfortunately, the approach that is often taken by …
Is There A Secret Rapture Coming? thebiblesaysthat.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
…Many Christians mistakenly point to 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 in support of the idea of a secret rapture. There is a lot packed into these verses but a secret rapture is not one of them.
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The Book of Revelation Unveiled podcasts.apple.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
The Book of Revelation seems like confused, fantastical imagery. But it can be understood. While the end-time events it foretells are terrifying, the ultimate message of the book is that God will institute universal peace, …
Implications of the Gospel of the Kingdom – David Grabbe cgg.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
The word gospel means “good news,” but conflicting ideas exist about what that is. Most consider it simply to be that Jesus died for the sins of humanity, which is indeed good news. But the …
The Falling Away – David Grabbe cgg.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
The Apostle Paul prophesied in the Bible about a great “falling away” before Christ’s return, wherein a “man of sin” would be worshipped as god. Sinful men of this type have risen up to lead …
The Problem With Abortion Is Bigger Than Abortion – Jeremy Lallier lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
For most Christians, the contentious subject of abortion has been approached with myopic fervor. The ending of abortion is seen as an end all good on its own. As highlighted by this article and the …
Dropping The Ball On New Year Celebrations – Gayle Hoefker ucg.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
For much of the world January 1st is the accepted and celebrated start of a new year. At the stroke of midnight, a new day and new year is brought in with cheers, singing, …
Christmas: Does It Matter? – Brian Orchard vision.org
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
Most never question the traditions they keep. For many, their personal enjoyment of a holiday is all the convincing needed in whether they partake in a day or not. Is that enough? For example, are …
Are You Going to Heaven? Who Really Knows? thebiblesaysthat.com
Ryan Welsh
11 months ago in Holy Days
So what of heaven? is that where we go when we die? Most of what is taught is mere speculation – The opinions of those without any actual knowledge. There is one that can speak …