Godly Church Governance – Brian Orchard leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
1 month ago in Family
Church governance has often been shaped by human interpretations, with many systems reflecting autocratic, top-down authority. Historically, the Church adopted this style of leadership, which led to a “lordship” model of governance. This approach, while logical from a human perspective, contrasts with God’s governance, which is modeled on His family structure: authority flows from the Father to the Son, and then to human leaders. A…
Road to Damascus: A Bible Contradiction? – Roger West lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
1 month ago in Bible
The book of Acts provides detailed accounts of the early New Testament Church, including the dramatic story of Paul’s transformation from persecutor to apostle. Known as Saul in Hebrew, Paul was a relentless antagonist of the Church, intent on imprisoning believers. His authority from the Sanhedrin extended to Damascus, 140 miles from Jerusalem, where he pursued Christians with zeal, causing widespread fear. On the road…
Melchizedek youtube.com
There is an interesting connection between Jesus and Abraham in Scripture. In John 8, Jesus says, “Abraham rejoiced to see My day,” as though they were friends. Abraham knew of His coming and was glad. But how could Abraham have known Jesus? Let’s go back to Genesis. Abraham meets a mysterious figure: Melchizedek, the “king of Salem” and “priest of God Most High.” Melchizedek blesses…
Is Thanksgiving Rooted in a Biblical Festival? – Mario Seiglie ucg.org
Ryan Welsh
2 months ago in Thanksgiving
Did you know the first Thanksgiving in the U.S. shares striking similarities with the biblical Feast of Tabernacles? While the Pilgrims didn’t intentionally observe this biblical festival, both celebrations share a spirit of gratitude to God for His blessings. Both take place in autumn and center on thanking God for a fruitful harvest. The Pilgrims, deeply rooted in biblical teachings, were profoundly influenced by the…
Who Was Melchizedek in the Bible? – Tom Clark and Erik Jones lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
2 months ago in Bible
In Genesis 14, we meet Melchizedek, the “king of Salem” and “priest of God Most High.” He blesses Abram after his victory and receives a tithe from him, offering bread and wine—a gesture echoed in the New Covenant Passover. Though Genesis mentions Melchizedek briefly, his significance unfolds in Psalms and Hebrews. Psalm 110:4 prophesies a Messiah who will be “a priest forever according to the…
Biblical Feast Days thecleartruth.com
Steven Orchard
4 weeks ago in Holy Days
The article “Biblical Feast Days 2025 (Hebrew Calendar)” from The Clear Truth provides an overview of the seven biblical feasts observed by disciples of Jesus Christ, following the example and teachings of Jesus and His apostles. These feasts, outlined in Leviticus 23, are determined by the Hebrew Calendar, which begins its religious year on March 30, 2025. The article emphasizes that these festivals hold significant…
In Democracy We Trust? – Wallace G. Smith tomorrowsworld.org
Ryan Welsh
1 month ago in Human Beings
2024, labeled by some as the “Year of Democracy,” will see more voters globally than ever before. As nearly 64 countries hold elections, democracy’s future is being fiercely debated. Yet, despite its growth, we face significant concerns about its stability. As political leaders like Kamala Harris and Donald Trump warn of democracy’s decline, a crucial question remains: Is democracy worth saving? Historically, democracies have struggled….
Idolatry youtube.com
What if just one of the Ten Commandments became a universal standard? Let’s explore the second commandment—rejecting idolatry. Idolatry isn’t just about statues and images; it’s about what controls us. We all submit to something—whether it’s money, power, comfort, or technology. As Paul says in Romans 6:16: “You are slaves of the one you obey—whether sin, which leads to death, or obedience, which leads to…
Jesus Birth youtu.be
Each December, millions celebrate the birth of Jesus on December 25th. But was He really born on that date? The Bible points to a very different time of year. If we look back to the story of John the Baptist’s father, Zacharias, we see that he was a priest serving in the temple during the course of Abijah, the eighth priestly division. According to 1…
A Silent Tragedy in How We Are Raising Our Children – Dr. Luis Rojas Marcos Psychiatrist leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
3 weeks ago in Children
The Silent Tragedy Unfolding in Our Homes Our children are facing an emotional crisis. Alarming statistics reveal: 1 in 5 children have mental health issues. ADHD diagnoses have risen 43%. Adolescent depression is up 37%. Suicide rates in children aged 10-14 have increased by 200%. What’s going wrong? Today’s children are overstimulated and overindulged with material goods, but lack essential elements of a healthy childhood:…